Research assistant in clinical studies focused on allergy, asthma and lung function

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

The department of clinical science and education (KI SÖS) is seeking a research assistant to work with sample management and other research-related tasks within several ongoing clinical projects. As a research assistant at KI SÖS, you will be part of professor Erik Melén’s research group, working in close collaboration with other research groups and clinical staff. Our research focuses on increasing knowledge about disease etiology and prognosis, with a strong emphasis on asthma, allergies, and lung function. The role offers varied and stimulating tasks in a dynamic translational research environment. The position is a fixed-term position for one year.

Your mission

As a research assistant, you will have two primary areas of responsibility. You will be involved in planning and conducting the collection and handling of several types of biological samples as part of the next planned follow-up of the BAMSE cohort. The BAMSE project was initiated in 1994 and has since followed more than 4,000 children born between 1994 and 1996. The study has provided valuable insights into how lifestyle, environmental factors, and genetics influence childhood asthma, allergies, and lung development.

Furthermore, you will be responsible for research-related tasks within a project focused on biomarkers and lung function development in newborns. The work includes handling biological samples, applying experimental methods to measure protein biomarkers, registering data, and analyzing and compiling results.

Your profile

We are searching for you who are motivated to contribute high-quality biological sample collection while also developing research-related skills in methodology and data analysis. To be considered for the position of research assistant, we see that you have the following: 

Requirements

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in biotechnology, biomedicine, molecular biology, or another for the position relevant field
• Documented experience in handling various types of biological samples
• Documented experience with methods for measuring protein biomarkers

Meritorious

• Basic knowledge of programming languages for data analysis (for example R, Python or STATA)
• Basic knowledge of the REDCap software
• Experience in handling blood samples collected using filter paper

As a person, you have excellent collaboration and communication skills. You enjoy working in a team while also having the ability to work independently and drive your work forward. Furthermore, you are flexible and able to quickly switch between different tasks. As the role involves collaboration with both national and international colleagues and partners, very good skills in Swedish and good skills in English, both written and spoken, are required. In the evaluation of candidates, particular emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: SÖS

Department of clinical science and education, Södersjukhuset (KI SÖS)

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Application

Welcome to apply at latest 24 August 2026.

KI applies individual and differentiated salary setting in accordance with our collective agreements RALS and RALS-T.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form. 

Permanent position is initiated by a six months trial period.

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